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Don't get me wrong, I love me some deep conversations: hopes and dreams, existential crises, what’s coming up in therapy, the whole soul-stirring shebang. But the world’s been feeling so heavy lately that I’ve come to appreciate the joy of lighthearted and fun conversations more than ever— whether that’s a quick “just because” call to my mom while puttering around my apartment or a stroll in the park with a couple of buddies to swap low-stakes gossip.

Why Yapping With Your Friends Is So Good For Your Mental Health

When your partner’s phone is just lying there—unlocked, unattended, and practically calling your name—it can be tempting to quickly pick it up and start scrolling. After all, a few taps can reveal who they’re talking to, what they’re saying, and maybe some secrets you feel entitled to know.

How Bad Is It to Go Through Your Partner’s Phone When They’re Not Looking?

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Massachusetts State

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(MA) Get ready to meet three little balls of fluff who are ready to fill your heart, and life, with love. Brynn, Bambi, and Bubbles Bath are 6-week-old Great Pyrenees mix sisters who were found as strays living under a porch. Sadly, their mother, also a stray, did not allow herself to be caught and brought into rescue alongside her babies. Despite that, the three puppies are healthy and happy in their new foster home. They have a bright future ahead of them, assuming YOU adopt them! Or, maybe you don't want pure joy, cuteness, and fluff-love in your life.

Great Pyrenees Sisters Found Living Under Porch - Now Searching For Love

Forgetting things or being frazzled is pretty normal in your 30s and 40s—but it’s possible to get your edge back.

5 Ways to Be Less Forgetful If You Feel Like Your Memory Is Already Shot

All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. What does attending the Eras Tour, waiting for-seemingly-ever at the airport, cooking a 12-person dinner, and working an overtime shift have in common? All of these activities call for the best shoes for standing all day—ones that feel comfy yet supportive and won’t leave your feet feeling leaden and lifeless by the time you get home.

The Very Best Shoes for Standing All Day, Whatever Your Plans Are

“I smiled back, gave a look of consideration, simply said, ‘No,’ and walked away.”

8 Ideas for Shutting Down an Annoying Mansplainer at the Gym, From Women Who’ve Done It

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Do your loved ones consult you regularly when they face a crisis? Intelligence is a branch of psychology that lacks a standard definition. Some scientists claim that it is a single ability and others state it comprises aptitudes and skills. Intelligent zodiac signs learn from their experiences and easily recognize and solve problems.

5 Most Intelligent Zodiac Signs

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Content developed independently by our editors and supported by our partners. About five years ago, Bren Cox, 57, knew something strange was going on with her health. Her doctors repeatedly told her that her symptoms, like headaches and fatigue, were just a normal part of aging, and that she was making a big deal out of nothing. But when Cox woke up in the middle of the night, and her head hurt so badly that she couldn’t even see, she had her husband take her to the ER. That kicked off her diagnosis journey, and Cox ultimately learned that she had polycythemia vera (PV), a rare blood cancer. In the three years since she was diagnosed, Bren has tried different treatments, learned how to become her own advocate, and created an Instagram account to help others with the disease. Here’s her story, as told to health writer Alice Oglethorpe.

Doctors Blamed Menopause for My Symptoms for a Year. I Actually Had Blood Cancer

Tennessee State

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We all know that bacon has a cult following, and it is very common to hear bacon makes everything better in everyday life. While bacon is rarely known for health benefits, it is a good idea to check your labels as this public notice deals with potentially serious side effects from sodium nitrate levels that exceed regulation limits.

Bacon Recalled Due to Extreme Sodium Nitrite Levels

We've got options for all, whether you’re new to toys or just looking for something more fun.

The Best Vibrators You Can Buy in 2024, According to Experts and Reviewers

Deciding on which zodiac signs are the most dangerous is not an easy task as there could be many ways of determining what is considered dangerous. Dangerous of course could be a very subjective idea. Your own sign could also weigh heavily in making this list as certain signs, as we know, tend to be more compatible with some than others. So, what am I going to make these predictions based on? I am thinking that looking at the most formidable and dangerous people in our history might be a good way to make the determination of the most dangerous signs. Let’s see what we can learn.

3 Zodiac Signs That Are Born to be Bad

There’s nothing quite like taking a dip in a refreshing lake to seek relief from the sizzling summer heat. But a recent viral video about a dog that died after doing just that at two popular Lake Tahoe beaches is, according to experts, a reminder that rising temperatures are doing a lot more than just making us hot and sweaty. They’re allowing toxic blue-green algae—a plant-like type of bacteria—to flourish, putting people and our furry friends in harm’s way.

Here's What to Know About Toxic Blue-Green Algae If That Viral TikTok Has You Spooked

Alameda, CA

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Catch up and keep in touch with Brice on Instagram or at brice@alamedapost.com . Join at twobirdsfromalameda.com for early access and more. The post Two Birds From Alameda – June 20, 2024 appeared first on Alameda Post .

Two Birds From Alameda – June 20, 2024

With their colorful exteriors, beets can certainly brighten up any dinner plate. But they don’t skimp on substance, either. Turns out, there are a ton of health benefits of beets that scientists are only just starting to understand—perks that can boost everything from your heart health to your next workout.

What to Know About the Health Benefits of Beets—From Your Muscles to Your Heart

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Emily Leath, 26, stepped into the shower one day, not realizing that it was going to have a devastating impact on the rest of her life. Leath developed acanthamoeba keratitis (AK), a rare yet serious eye infection most often seen in contact lens wearers. It's caused by a parasite—an amoeba—that is typically in large bodies of water (think lake or ocean), but can also be found in tap water, which is why you should never rinse or store contacts in water—or wear them while swimming, in a hot tub, or when showering. In the worst cases, AK can lead to permanent blindness or eye loss. Here is Leath’s story as told to writer Michelle Vartan.

I’m 26 and Almost Lost My Eye After Showering in My Contacts

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What to Do If ADHD Is Messing With Your Love Life

You know what makes dating even more of a hellscape than it already is? Trying to connect with other people when you have attention deficit hyperactivity...

What to Do If ADHD Is Messing With Your Love Life

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